Rome, 13 Nov. (LaPresse) – “Winning at San Siro against France, in front of an extraordinary crowd, is a source of pride and joy. Congratulations to Roberto Mancini and all his lads for a performance full of character, quality and heart.” So said FIGC president Giovanni Malagò the day after the Azzurri’s victory over France. “But there is something that goes beyond the result: the affection, enthusiasm and passion we felt in the stands. To see San Siro bathed in blue once again and to feel such a strong bond between the national team and its supporters is an immense joy. In just a few months, these lads have managed to rekindle a sense of belonging, rediscover an identity and make the hearts of Italians beat once more for this shirt. It is a precious legacy, which we must cherish and nurture every day,” emphasised Malagò. “Now, however, our focus is on Brussels: another important challenge awaits us against Belgium, with a goal to achieve – qualification for the Nations League quarter-finals. Come on, Azzurri, with the same pride, the same hunger and, above all, with this extraordinary enthusiasm. P.S.: thanks to F1 world champion Kimi Antonelli for the wonderful gift he gave us with his presence. Come back whenever you like,” concludes Malagò.
Nations League, Malagò: “Pride and joy – a sense of pride in Italy has been rekindled”
Rome, 13 Nov. (LaPresse) – “Winning at San Siro against France, in front of an extraordinary crowd, is a source of pride and joy. Congratulations to Roberto Mancini and all his lads for a performance full of character, quality and heart.” So said FIGC president Giovanni Malagò the day after the Azzurri’s victory over France. “But there is something that goes beyond the result: the affection, enthusiasm and passion we felt in the stands. To see San Siro bathed in blue once again and to feel such a strong bond between the national team and its supporters is an immense joy. In just a few months, these lads have managed to rekindle a sense of belonging, rediscover an identity and make the hearts of Italians beat once more for this shirt. It is a precious legacy, which we must cherish and nurture every day,” emphasised Malagò. “Now, however, our focus is on Brussels: another important challenge awaits us against Belgium, with a goal to achieve – qualification for the Nations League quarter-finals. Come on, Azzurri, with the same pride, the same hunger and, above all, with this extraordinary enthusiasm. P.S.: thanks to F1 world champion Kimi Antonelli for the wonderful gift he gave us with his presence. Come back whenever you like,” concludes Malagò.